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Adjunct Faculty- Communication Instructor

Illinois Central College · East Peoria, IL · Part time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time a student improved a lot in your class. What helped?

What they are checking: Whether they can point to real teaching moves that made a difference.

Tell me about your teaching or speaking experience.

What they are checking: Whether they have the background to teach the course with confidence.

What would you do

The main course is the introductory oral communication class. How would you help students who are terrified of public speaking?

What they are checking: Whether they can reduce speech anxiety with practical steps so students can succeed.

You must follow the institutional syllabus. How do you make it your own while meeting the outcomes?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach within set standards and still be engaging.

How would you handle a student whose speech includes offensive content?

What they are checking: Whether they can address it respectfully and keep the classroom safe for everyone.

How would you help a student who speaks English as a second language?

What they are checking: Whether they can support diverse learners fairly and with encouragement.

About the work

How do you grade speeches fairly and consistently?

What they are checking: Whether they use clear rubrics and give feedback students can act on.

How do you teach students to organize a speech and support their points?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach structure, evidence and audience analysis clearly.

How do you keep a general education class engaged when many students are not communication majors?

What they are checking: Whether they can connect the course to students' jobs and lives.

How do you give feedback on a speech in front of the class without embarrassing the student?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance public feedback with respect for the speaker.

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The full job description

As published by Illinois Central College.

Position Title: Adjunct Faculty- Communication Instructor Campus: East Peoria Campus Employment Type: Adjunct Faculty, FacultyPart time Department: Arts & Behavioral Sciences (JM - Faculty) Start Date: 08/03/2026 Job Description: Summary The primary teaching assignment for this position will be the general education introductory course in oral communication. Adjunct Faculty are primarily responsible for instructing assigned courses meeting classroom standards. The Adjunct Faculty must follow institutional syllabi. Additionally, Adjunct Faculty will be required to maintain office hours to best ensure student success. Adjunct Faculty teach on a part time basis up to 12 contact hours per semester. For information on compensation please click the link below. Article - Adjunct Faculty Compensatio... Applicants must be a resident of Illinois at the time of hire. For submitting a complete application, please include a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts. Essential Functions This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Instruct and coordinate courses including lecture and/or lab-based classes ensuring all necessary materials and tools are readily available and that safety standards are met, when appropriate. • Follow syllabi for assigned courses communicating the expectations and schedule for the classwork. • Maintain office hours and availability. • Communicate with students working to ensure student success. • Collaborate with Faculty and Staff to continuously improve and adapt the student experience to meet the needs of the student, community and institution. • Perform related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities. • Master's degree in Communication, Communication Theory, Speech Communication, Rhetorical Studies, or related field or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Communication, Communication Theory, Speech Communication, and Rhetorical Studies. Preferred Qualifications • Experience instructing, tutoring, or similarly teaching in Communication or Media Studies. • Experience working in higher education. EEOC Statement Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including: • paid time off; • 11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays • medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance; • tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children; • on-site childcare center; • 403(b) retirement plans; and • State University Retirement System pension plan. To learn more about full-time health care benefits at ICC.

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